To start 22nd April (or 24th February if possible), Monday - Wednesday
Are you looking for a rewarding role in a supportive and friendly school? Do you have high expectations for yourself and your pupils? Do you want to work with articulate and enthusiastic children who are eager to learn and share their views?
If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a part-time class teacher. We are a three-form entry junior school in Woking, Surrey, with a strong ethos of inclusion, respect, and collaboration. We offer a broad and balanced curriculum and a range of extracurricular activities. We have a supportive parent community that values education and works in partnership with the school.
As a class teacher, you will be responsible for planning, delivering, and assessing high-quality lessons that meet the needs of all learners. You will also contribute to the development of the curriculum and the school development plan. You will work closely with your year group team and other colleagues to share good practice and resources. We are committed to developing our teachers through continuous professional development (CPD) and providing access to professional career development through National Professional Qualification (NPQ) programmes.
The successful candidate will be joining the school at an exciting stage on its journey of continued educational excellence as we are in the process of joining the Learning Partners Church Academy Trust. Moving forward, we will also be working closely with the Learning Partners Trust - a successful multi-academy trust with schools across Surrey.
To be successful in this role, you will need to have:
1. Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
2. A passion for teaching and learning and a commitment to raising standards
3. Excellent subject knowledge and pedagogical skills
4. An understanding on how to support pupils with additional needs
5. A positive and proactive attitude and a willingness to embrace new challenges
6. Effective communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively
7. A sense of humour and a caring and nurturing approach
We can offer you:
1. A welcoming and supportive staff team and senior leadership team
2. A vibrant and diverse school community with enthusiastic and well-behaved children
3. A stimulating and well-resourced learning environment
4. Collaborative approach to sharing good teaching practice
5. A strong mission from all to provide a high quality provision for our most vulnerable pupils
6. A comprehensive induction and mentoring programme for new staff
7. A range of professional development opportunities and career progression pathways
8. Support for aspiring middle and senior leaders
9. Use of the school's on-site swimming pool
Visits to the school are strongly encouraged and we would ask prospective candidates to contact the school office to arrange a suitable time. We look forward to welcoming you.
The closing date for applications is Monday, 20th January at 9:00am. Interviews will take place on 23rd January.
If you are looking for a full-time role in the future, there is also the possibility of a change of hours to full-time from September 2025.
Safeguarding Statement
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers (references sought prior to interview) and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). We follow the statutory guidance from the Department for Education on Keeping Children Safe in Education and adhere to our school’s safeguarding policy. As part of our safer recruitment process, we will also conduct online checks on shortlisted candidates, including social media, to identify any incidents or issues that may affect their suitability to work with children. Candidates will be informed of this in advance and will have the opportunity to discuss any concerns with us at the interview stage.
We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief.
Horsell Cof E Aided Junior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Our school office can be contacted on 01483 761531 or office@horsell-junior.surrey.sch.uk
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